DC Storms into 4th Final! WPL 2026 Eliminator Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants Match Report
By Crick tv
Created at Feb 04, 2026 11:32 AM
The road to the WPL 2026 Final is set, and history is repeating itself in the most thrilling way possible! On a high-octane Tuesday evening at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara, the Delhi Capitals (DC) showcased pure dominance, crushing the Gujarat Giants (GG) by 7 wickets to book their spot in the summit clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
If you missed the DC vs GG Eliminator, don’t worry. We’ve got the full match report, turning points, and accurate stats right here.
Match Snapshot: The "Capitals" Punishment
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Match: WPL 2026 Eliminator (February 3, 2026)
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Venue: BCA Stadium, Vadodara
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Toss: Delhi Capitals won and opted to bowl.
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Result: Delhi Capitals won by 7 wickets.
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Player of the Match: Chinelle Henry (3/35)
The First Innings: Mooney’s Lone Battle vs DC’s Pace
Jemimah Rodrigues called it right at the toss and unleashed her bowlers on a fresh Vadodara track. The decision paid off instantly.
The Gujarat Giants struggled to find momentum early on. While they posted a competitive 168/7 in their 20 overs, it was largely a one-woman show.
in their 20 overs, it was largely a one-woman show.
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Beth Mooney played a captain’s knock, staying unbeaten on 62 off 51 balls* (6 fours). She anchored the innings while wickets tumbled around her.
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The Collapse: DC’s Chinelle Henry was the destroyer-in-chief. She ripped through the Giants' lineup, dismissing key players including the dangerous Sophie Devine (6). Henry finished with match-winning figures of 3/35.
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The Recovery: A cameo from Georgia Wareham (35) helped steady the ship, adding a crucial 61-run stand with Mooney to drag the score past 160. But was it enough? Spoiler: It wasn't.
The Chase: "Bazball" Style Dominance from DC
Chasing 169 in a knockout game means pressure, right? apparently, nobody told Shafali Verma and Lizelle Lee.
The Capitals came out swinging, treating the Eliminator like a net session.
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The Powerplay Blitz: The opening duo smashed 89 runs in just the first 7 overs, effectively killing the contest before the strategic timeout.
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Lizelle Lee was brutal, scoring 43 off 24 balls, while Shafali Verma blasted a quickfire 31 off 21.
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Cool Finish: After Georgia Wareham briefly sparked hope by removing both openers in the same over, the middle order took over. Captain Jemimah Rodrigues (41 runs) and the elegant Laura Wolvaardt (32 runs)* ensured there were no further hiccups.
Veteran Marizanne Kapp hit the winning runs, sealing the victory in just 15.4 overs. That is a massive statement ahead of the final!
Why This Matters: The Viral Angle
This isn't just a win; it’s a narrative.
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The "Final" Jinx: This is Delhi Capitals' 4th consecutive WPL Final appearance. They have been the most consistent team in WPL history but are yet to lift the trophy.
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The Rematch: They now face RCB on February 5th—the same team that defeated them in the 2024 Final. The storyline writes itself: Redemption or Repeat?
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Vadodara Factor: The pitch is favoring chasing teams, which makes the toss in the Final absolutely critical.
Fan Reactions
Social media is buzzing with #WPL2026 and #RoarMachaye. Fans are praising Jemimah’s calm captaincy and questioning if GG missed a trick by not playing more aggressively in the middle overs.
"Delhi isn't just winning; they are dominating. 15.4 overs chase in an Eliminator is scary!" - CricketTwitter User
What’s Next? The Grand Finale
Mark your calendars! The WPL 2026 Final is set:
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) vs Delhi Capitals (DC)
Date: Thursday, Feb 5, 2026
Venue: BCA Stadium, Vadodara
Who are you backing? Will the Capitals finally break their curse, or will RCB defend their crown?